Tag: Design

How much experience is too much experience?

Some senior roles ask for 6–10 years of experience, yet candidates with double or even triple that often hear, “You have too much experience.” Why?

When was the last time you just sat and thought?

In our always-on culture, being ‘busy’ has become normal. It robs us of the space to truly think.

I often hear people say, ‘If only I had time to think things through.’ But I wonder: is it really a lack of time—or is it a lack of willingness?

What business are you really in?

A couple of weeks ago David Hieatt asked “what business are you really in?”

For me, as a designer, I thought this was easy to answer.

I’m a designer, I’m in the business of solving problems.

Judging books by their covers… May 2024

Book and magazine cover designs are an essential aspect of the publishing industry. They are usually the first thing that catches a reader’s eye, and often, can make or break a book’s success. A great cover design not only reflects the content of the book or magazine but also appeals to the target audience.

Judging books by their covers… April 2024

Book and magazine cover designs are an essential aspect of the publishing industry. They are usually the first thing that catches a reader’s eye, and often, can make or break a book’s success. A great cover design not only reflects the content of the book or magazine but also appeals to the target audience.